Creative Guidelines
Think you’ve got what it takes as an artist? Submit your work!
elan is currently looking for creative submissions in the following areas:
WTFatwa
A free-for-all section of quirky and funny photos and videos related to the Muslim world, that make you say “WTFatwa??!”
Features
Do you have an interesting pitch for a feature story? We are currently accepting exclusive photo submissions to elan for feature stories
Photo Essays
A more in-depth look at reportage and documentary stories through images. A minimum of 10 images is required to submit a photo essay pitch. Please note, we do not send our photographers out on travel, so you must make your own travel arrangements prior.
If you have a pitch to send us, please send us your formal pitch, and a sampling of the low-resolution photos to our Creative Director at
Editorial Guidelines
elanthemag.com welcomes articles or pitches from writers/bloggers wishing to contribute to our site. We are looking for original angles on topics relevant to the global Muslim community, and a writing style that adheres to the above mission statement. Please see our department definitions (below) for guidelines on the types of topics that we cover. All departments are open to submissions. In addition to the below departments, we also accept reviews (film, music, theatre, etc.) Please check out the website for a better idea on our style and what we are looking for.
elanthemag.com is also open to interviews and profiles of individuals with unique accomplishments, as long as they relate to our audience and our covered from a unique angle. We can help assist you in obtaining interviews, provided that the subject and the focus of the story has been discussed ahead of time.
Please note: Although we cater to the young Muslim audience, we are not a religious publication. We offer commentary on lifestyle topics and want to showcase your opinions, but without being preachy or overtly telling our readers what is right or wrong. Your pitches and writing style should stay true to this style as well.
Article submissions and pitches are accepted on a rolling basis and can be sent to Farrah Hamid, Editorial Director, at
Department Definitions:
Politics
Commentary on the latest political moves affecting the global Muslim community, including opinion, news, and analysis. Topics include elections, polls, conflicts, speeches, foreign policy moves, campaigns and more.
News
elan’s News department helps readers stay informed on the daily happenings and issues surrounding the Muslim community’s increasing spotlight in the global public eye. Postings will include access and links to breaking news, events and upcoming specials on the Muslim community.
Entertainment
elan keeps a pulse on the films, music, web-sites, events, concerts, and celebrities shaking things up in the Muslim world today. The Entertainment department will also include occasional reviews of the latest movies, books and music generated by or for Muslims.
Culture
From fashion to sports, elan’s Culture department covers the vibrant and varied Muslim cultures around the world. Topics include: art, food, events, travel, fashion, sports and technology.
Policy Shift
A short, running snapshot of key foreign policy moves from within the Obama administration (as well as other countries), affecting the global Muslim community.
WTFatwa
A fun showcase of photos, video clips and other odds-and-ends reflecting the quirky side of day-to-day Muslim life
Events Calendar
A listing of the top events geared towards the Muslim public, from major cities in the United States and around the world.
Profiles
Highlights young, prominent, professional Muslims making extraordinary and noteworthy strides within their respective communities.
